Higher Woodfield Road, Torquay, Devon

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
7
- BATHROOMS
7
- SIZE
8,083 sq ft
751 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Beautifully presented Grade II listed villa with two adjoining apartments
- Flexible accommodation & income potential
- Beautiful landscaped gardens
- Heated outdoor swimming pool
- 2 garages and a workshop
- Nestled within an exclusive conservation area
- Just minutes from the beach
Description
The entrance hall provides a grand entrance to the home and leads through to the properties six reception rooms which include a drawing room with antique oak flooring, a dining room, library study and music room which has illuminated arches. There is also a spacious conservatory and impressive orangery with both rooms providing access to the gardens. The newly fitted high specification kitchen includes bespoke fitted units, sleek granite worktops, a large central island with a breakfast bar and high-quality integrated appliances. A fitted utility and two cloakrooms complete the main house ground floor accommodation. Upstairs the property offers four well-appointed double bedrooms all with fitted storage and en suite facilities. One-bedroom benefits from a second floor dressing room. The main house has a substantial cellar for storage with a wine cave and also offers a gym.
The property benefits from two self-contained apartments offering versatile accommodation with opportunities for multi-generational living or income potential. Butlers Flat is located on the ground floor and comprises a sitting room, fully equipped kitchen, one double bedroom and a shower room. The Coach House is located on the first floor and comprises an open-plan living room and dining room, a kitchen, and two en suite double bedrooms as well as a spacious balcony.
The property is approached via a driveway with automated gates and entrance lighting, leading to two garages, a workshop and a spacious driveway with an EV charging point. Set within private, beautifully landscaped grounds, the garden is thoughtfully designed to provide year-round interest and vibrant colour. LED ambient lighting adds a magical touch, illuminating the space as night falls. The garden features a heated swimming pool (35’ x 17’) with a removable enclosure, a tented canopy and sun terraces, offering the perfect setting for relaxation and outdoor entertaining.
The property is set in a highly desirable position, just half a mile from Torquay harbour and town centre, and moments from beautiful beaches including Meadfoot Beach. Torquay offers an excellent choice of shopping, supermarkets, leisure facilities and local amenities, including schools, with the outstanding-rated Stokeinteignhead School and Torquay Girls and Boys’ Grammar Schools found in the town. Torquay’s mainline station provides direct services to Exeter, with some direct trains to London Paddington, and others connecting at Newton Abbot. Leisure activities in the area include sailing and a variety of other water sports as well as walking, riding or cycling along the South West Coastal Path, which passes close by the property. There is also golf at Torquay Golf Course, which is just three miles away. Torbay, known as ‘the English Riviera’, has over 10 miles of coastline combining the towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham and featuring a splendid mix of cliff tops, beaches and hidden coves.The cathedral city of Exeter, approximately 22 miles away, is the most thriving city in the South West. The city offers a wealth of cultural activities with the theatre, the museum, arts centre and a variety of good shopping. Many primary and secondary schools can be found in Exeter including Exeter School and The Maynard School.
Local Authority: Torbay Council
Services: Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage. Gas fired central heating with radiators. Separate water meter for pool and garden. Mobile and Broadband checker: Information can be found here
Council Tax: Main House Band G. Butlers Flat Band A. The Coach House Band B
EPC Rating: E
Wayleaves and easements: This property is sold subject to any wayleaves and easements whether mentioned in these details or not.
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- Band: G
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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